The Boat Operators Union in Akwa Ibom State has received 30 life jackets and 20 lifebuoys from the Nigerian Navy’s Forward Operating Base (FOB) in Ibaka.
This donation aims to enhance the safety of maritime workers operating in the area.
Captain Aliyu Abdullahi, the commanding officer of the base, distributed the donations during a Civil-Military Relations Outreach event hosted by FOB Ibaka at Ibaka Beach in Mbo Local Government Area on Saturday.
Capt. Abdullahi stated that under the theme "Individual Survival Strategies for Enhanced Maritime Safety," the maritime security initiative aimed at educating the local population of Ibaka. This effort aligns with their objectives related to non-combat activities and fostering better cooperation between civilians and military personnel as part of Operation Delta Sanity 2.
He highlighted the significance of engagement to reinforce to the users of the waterways the necessity of implementing proper safety precautions when utilizing these areas.
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He mentioned that the initiative aimed to educate individuals using the waterways in the FOB Ibaka operational zone about safety protocols to adhere to when at sea. This was meant to avoid maritime incidents resulting in casualties and damage to assets.
He alerted the recipients that wearing safety gear when out on the waterways was mandated by law.
The commanding officer also stated that the facility would not shy away from apprehending wayward vessels along with their captains for violations of security regulations.
Abdullahi seized the opportunity to engage with the community youths and stakeholders while highlighting the importance of synergy and collaboration in driving development and progress in the area.
"This exchange highlighted the dedication to nurturing a positive connection between the community and the base, emphasizing mutual comprehension and shared development," he stated.
The outreach included talks on maritime survival skills covering the usage of life vests and buoys, along with practical sessions demonstrating how to correctly wear life jackets and perform Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Mr Victor Ntuen, who works as a boat operator, expressed his appreciation for the outreach conducted by the base. He specifically thanked them for providing life jackets and lifebuoys to marine operators in the region.
He committed to maintaining the utmost level of security on the waterways.
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